Patient Access & Billing Coordinator

WVU Medicine; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UHC United Hospital Center is seeking an administrative registration specialist to manage patient intake and billing. You will gather demographics, verify insurance, and enter data into registration and billing systems, while explaining costs and hospital procedures to patients.

The role includes handling pre-certifications, obtaining consent, collecting payments, and balancing cash. Strong attention to detail and familiarity with medical terminology are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of medical insurance processes and patient billing.
• Experience with registration and billing systems is a plus.
• Ability to verify demographics and insurance information accurately.
• Familiarity with privacy practices and consent forms is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Obtain demographic, billing, and insurance information and enter into systems.
• Explain insurance processes and hospital procedures to patients and guardians.
• Handle pre-certifications and authorizations when needed.
• Prepare consent forms and obtain electronic signatures.
• Collect deposits, co-pays, and patient liabilities; issue receipts.
• Prepare patient armbands and balance daily cash receipts.
• Scan insurance cards and proof of identity for records.
• Perform screenings to gather coverage information and complete paperwork.
• Check medical necessity and complete required notices.
• Schedule, reschedule, or cancel patient appointments per workflows.
• Verify orders and ensure completeness against scheduled services.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Memorization

Medical insurance knowledge

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Registration systems

Billing systems

Job description

UHC United Hospital Center is seeking an administrative registration specialist to manage patient intake and billing. You will gather demographics, verify insurance, and enter data into registration and billing systems, while explaining costs and hospital procedures to patients.

The role includes handling pre-certifications, obtaining consent, collecting payments, and balancing cash. Strong attention to detail and familiarity with medical terminology are essential.